1 / 2Esoteric Patto – 1970 debut album, expanded edition
Esoteric Patto is a remastered and expanded edition of the band’s 1970 debut album. This one-disc CD adds three bonus tracks, including a 14-minute session out-take and two BBC session recordings, plus an illustrated booklet with an essay and an interview with John Halsey.
At a glance
- Expanded edition of Patto’s 1970 debut album, with three bonus tracks.
- Includes a long session out-take and two tracks recorded for BBC Radio One’s Sounds of the Seventies.
- The illustrated booklet includes an essay by Sid Smith and an interview with John Halsey.
Reference price: £14.50
Price checked: 12 Nov 2026
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Pros
- Three bonus tracks extend the original album with a session out-take and BBC session recordings.
- The booklet adds editorial context and an interview with the band’s drummer.
Technical specifications
6 specifications| Brand | ESOTERIC |
|---|---|
| Model | ECLEC2581 |
| Number of discs | 1 |
| Original release date | 2017 |
| Country of origin | United Kingdom |
| Dimensions and weight listed | 14.2 x 12.6 x 1.19 cm; 102.06 g |
|---|
What to know before buying
- The product description identifies the release as a newly remastered edition, but no audio format beyond the one-disc listing or remastering details are specified. The listed dimensions and weight describe the product as supplied and do not clarify whether packaging is included.
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Listeners collecting Patto’s early-1970s recordings who want the debut album with session material.
- Fans interested in the band’s history and a booklet with an essay and John Halsey interview.
Less suited to
- Buyers seeking vinyl or a digital download, as the listing presents a one-disc release and does not specify either format.
Customer reviews on Amazon
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The supplied evidence contains aggregate ratings but no written customer feedback. The ratings are predominantly five-star, with some lower-star responses, so they indicate generally favourable reactions but do not explain what listeners liked or disliked about this edition.
Frequently asked questions
What does this edition add to Patto’s debut album?
The description says it includes three bonus tracks: the session out-take “Hanging Rope” and two BBC Radio One session recordings, “Love Me” and “Government Man”.
What is included in the booklet?
The description lists an illustrated booklet with an essay by Sid Smith and an interview with John Halsey.
How many discs are listed?
The product details list one disc.
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